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Driver who blamed ex for hit and run after 130mph chase caught by Ring doorbell

Driver who blamed ex for hit and run after 130mph chase caught by Ring doorbell

Summary

Anthony Tregonning was involved in a high-speed police chase before hitting a road worker. He initially claimed his car was stolen and blamed his ex-partner but was caught by Ring doorbell footage, leading to his arrest and sentencing. The road worker suffered serious injuries, including a leg amputation.

Key Facts

  • Anthony Tregonning drove at speeds up to 130mph in a police chase.
  • He struck and seriously injured a road worker, Ieuan Parry, in a coned-off lane.
  • Tregonning initially reported his car as stolen and blamed his ex-partner for the incident.
  • Ring doorbell footage showed Tregonning leaving his house in the car before the crash.
  • The police obtained dashcam footage showing Tregonning using closed lanes to evade capture.
  • Tregonning was sentenced to three years and four months for causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
  • The road worker, Ieuan Parry, had his leg amputated due to the crash injuries.

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